2018-2019 Catalog 
    
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2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NRSG 670 - Chronic Adult and Geriatric Therapeutics and Management


2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of chronic health problems for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current care guidelines. A clinical practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of common chronic health problems in the primary care of adults and geriatric patients. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the fourth section of NRSG 665  with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All Core courses, or MSN degree and NRSG 627 . GR